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Don’t call it OS X anymore, and if you do, Siri will probably correct you. Apple unveiled today at its 2016 Worldwide Developers Conference that the Mac operating system is now called MacOS, and the next version will feature the Siri vocal interface and digital assistant.Siri is the headline feature in what will be MacOS Sierra. As had been rumored, a new Siri icon will be accessible in the Dock; clicking on it will launch a Siri window that iOS users will be familiar with. During the MacOS Siri demo at WWDC, Apple VP Craig Federighi used Siri to find files and followed up the search to refine the results. Federighi also showed how Siri results can be integrated into other Apple apps, such as Reminders.While Federighi announced a third-party iOS developer kit for Siri, no mention of third-party Mac app access for Siri was mentioned.Federighi kicked off the Mac section of the keynote by revealing the name change, explaining how the “OS X” moniker seems dated next to … [Read more...] about Apple reveals MacOS Sierra with Siri, Apple Pay, and other new features

Apple’s Safari is driving another nail in the coffin of Adobe Flash by no longer telling websites that offer both Flash and HTML5 that the plug-in is installed on users’ Macs.The Mac maker is planning similar measures with other plug-ins like Java, Silverlight and QuickTime. This move will force websites with both plug-in and HTML5-based media implementations to use their HTML5, it said.When Safari 10, the new version of its browser, ships this fall with macOS Sierra, it will by default behave as though common legacy plug-ins on users’ Macs are not installed, wrote Apple software engineer Ricky Mondello in a post.“On websites that offer both Flash and HTML5 implementations of content, Safari users will now always experience the modern HTML5 implementation, delivering improved performance and battery life,” he added.For most websites that detect that Flash isn’t available, but don’t have an HTML5 fallback, a message that “Flash … [Read more...] about Safari 10 will turn off Flash by default when it ships with macOS Sierra

Now all you proud Mac owners probably use the latest macOS given by Apple most efficiently. But the fact is that there are great chances that you simply interact with features that are up front and centre. You will not be aware of the hidden options that are much powerful and interesting and thus we want you use to your macOS to its full potential.Most of you must be aware that the macOS Sierra is actually an evolution of the OS X platform and in reality the platform is now more aligned with the mobile platform which is iOS. Now if you don’t have much knowledge of the non publicized features of the macOS sierra and are yet to update your Macbook or iMac do not worry because we have them listed just here for you. Below are some features you just have to know.Siri is one great addition to MAC but the process of loading is pretty troublesome for some which actually nullifies the whole reason of Siri. Well, the simple solution is you can bring Siri to life much more quickly by … [Read more...] about Top 7 Secret Features Of MacOS Sierra

macOS Sierra is finally available to the mac users. It is filled with new enhancements and new features contributing to a smoother experience, but some users have been facing certain problems. The following are ways to deal with common macOS Sierra problems. Common problems faced and reported by macOS Sierra users and their remedies. 1. Mac App Store Shows macOS Sierra as “Downloaded”When you go to the Mac app store and witness that the macOS Sierra has been marked as downloaded, this means that you either installed the GM build or the beta version. In order to download the final version of this operating system, you have to eliminate the existing “Install macOS Sierra’ installer files from your connected hard drive or your Mac. After you have deleted the installer files, return to the Mac App Store and you are bound to be able to install the final version. 2. Wi-Fi ProblemsWhenever a new operating system is updating there are bound to be issues regarding … [Read more...] about Common MacOS Sierra Problems And How To Fix Them

Apple released macOS Sierra on September 20. The new operating system update comes with a long list of new features include Siri. One of the flashy new features is Auto Unlock with Apple Watch. You just sit down in front of your Mac and boom, you are logged in. A lot of Apple Watch owners are though not getting the "boom" experience. The Login with the Apple Watch does not work. There are several reasons why the Auto Unlock is not working after you have installed macOS Sierra. Apple has been open about the fact that only Mac computers made 2013 and later are compatible with the Auto Unlock feature. Why 2011 MacBook Air, 2011 Mac mini, 2012 MacBook Pro and 2012 iMacs are not compatible is unclear. These models have Bluetooth Lower Energy support. You can check if your Mac supports Bluetooth LE, by checking the system configuration in the System Report. Under Bluetooth look for LMP Version: if its lower than 0x6, you have no Bluetooth Low Energy support.While the hardware compatibility … [Read more...] about This Is Why Auto Unlock With Apple Watch Does Not Work On MacOS Sierra

macOS Sierra, the latest major release of the world's most advanced desktop operating system, is now available as a free update, Apple has announced, adding that macOS Sierra now brings Siri to the Mac systems.Siri will come to Mac with intelligent and helpful features users know and love from iPhone and iPad, along with all-new capabilities designed specifically for use on the desktop, the company said in a statement late on Tuesday.Features like Universal Clipboard, iCloud Desktop and Documents, Auto Unlock and Apple Pay on the web help Mac work even better with other Apple devices.Photos gets an update with a new Memories feature that automatically creates curated collections of favorite photos and videos.Siri on the Mac can help send messages and email, find documents, look up information, search a user's photo library, adjust system preferences and more.Users can also drag and drop Siri results into documents or pin them into their Today view for later … [Read more...] about Siri Comes To MacOS Sierra With All-new Capabilities

Apple has released its newest Mac operating system, MacOS Sierra today. The most prominent feature is the Siri integration, but it also features a universal clipboard, optimized iCloud storage, a picture-in-picture video play, Apple Watch unlock, and a Apple Pay, according to Recode.MacOS is a free update within the Mac App Store. In order to download the update, your Mac has to be compatible. According to Apple, "all Macs introduced in 2010 or later are compatible. MacBook and iMac computers introduced in late 2009 are also compatible."If you aren't sure what year your Mac is, click on the Apple in the upper-lefthand corner and click "About This Mac." Under the OS listed on top, you will see the year next to your model name.Thankfully, you won't have to free up too much space to make room for the update, as it is only 4.78GB in size. Of course, you should still do a few things before updating your computer. First, go through and make that room you need, and delete anything else that … [Read more...] about MacOS Sierra Brings Siri To Desktop

At the WWDC 2016, Apple unveiled macOS Sierra. Siri is now on the Mac with brand-new capabilities to help with the things users do every day on their desktop. With Siri, users can look up information, find documents, pin or drag and drop search results, and even adjust system preferences. macOS Sierra offers tighter integration with iCloud, making your desktop and document folder available on the iPhone and iPad. Universal Clipboard allows you to copy content, including text, images, photos and video from one Apple device and paste it in another. Apple Pay will also come to macOS Sierra. It will allow you to shop online using Apple Pay.“macOS Sierra is a major update that makes your Mac smarter and more helpful than ever with improvements to the apps you know and love and great new features throughout,” said Craig Federighi, Apple’s senior vice president of Software Engineering. “With macOS Sierra, you can get information, find files and multitask using Siri, … [Read more...] about MacOS Sierra Excels El Capitan With These Features

The public beta of the new iOS 10 and macOS Sierra are available now to install on your devices. The enrollment of your devices for both new next generation Apple operating systems is ready to go on Apple's public beta site.This is beta software. This means a backup of your Mac, iPhone or iPad is imperative before proceeding. If you are relying on your Apple devices for work, I recommend not to try these releases and wait until Fall for the official release of iOS 10 and macOS Sierra.There are tons of new features in both new operating system upgrades. iOS 10 has message features that add more multimedia and personality, iOS app developers can integrate Siri and Apple Music has a new design to name a few. iPad users also get access to the beta of Swift Playground. macOS Sierra brings Siri to the Mac. macOS Sierra offers tighter integration with iCloud, making your desktop and document folder available on the iPhone and iPad. Universal Clipboard allows you to copy content, including … [Read more...] about IOS 10 And MacOS Sierra Public Beta Releases Available Now

[Editor's Note (9/20/2016): MacOS Sierra was released to the public today. Users can install the update by downloading it directly from the Mac App Store, or wait for it to be installed via the standard Mac Software Update utility shortly.] MacOS Sierra, the latest version of Apple's desktop operating system, packs new features to help you get things done. The updated platform includes new security features, better file management and the introduction of Siri — Apple's virtual assistant app, previously available only on iPhones and iPads — to the desktop. Here's a rundown of the features that will benefit business users. Siri has been a boon to mobile workers for years on the iPhone and iPad, but it's only with the release of MacOS Sierra that the virtual assistant app is coming to the desktop. Siri can be launched manually by clicking an icon located on the top-right corner of the screen, or summoned with a voice command. From … [Read more...] about MacOS Sierra: Top Business Features